Module 6: Chapters 47 to 60 Flashcards
Phases of the Menstrual Cycle: Follicular
each follicule in an ovary contains an oocyte. Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) spurs follicle development by the end of the phase.
-the surge in estrogen causes luteinizing hormone and FSH to increase
Phases of the Menstrual Cycle: Ovulatory
the LH surge triggers ovulation 24-36 hrs later. Ovulation is the release of the egg from the ovary
Phases of the Menstrual Cycle: Luteal
the start of ovulation begins the luteal (last) phase, which lasts ~14 days, progesterone is dominant in this phase
what are some things to do for preconception health?
-increase folic acid (folate, vitamin B9) 400 mcg = 600 mcg when prego. folate deficiency can cause birth defects of the brain and spinal cord (neural tube defects)
-stop smoking, illicit drugs and alcohol
-keep vaccinations current
Drospirenone oral contraceptive
-progestin that is used in some COCs to reduce AEs commonly seen with oral contraceptives.
-it has a mild potassium sparing diuretic which decreases bloating
Progesterone only pills
-contain no estrogen and have 28 days of active pills
-prevent pregnancy by suppressing ovulation, thickening the cervical mucus to inhibit sperm penetration and thinning the endometrium
-needs good adherence: must be taken within 3 hours of the scheduled time
-safe in women who have migraines with aura
general tips for contraceptive names
-Lo: < 35 mcg of estrogen; less estrogen = less estrogenic SEs
-Fe: iron supplement is included
-24: shorter placebo time: 24 active + 4 placebo = 28 day cycle
Severe & rare AEs of estrogen (ACHES)
A: abdominal pain that is severe - can indicate a ruptured liver tumor or cyst, mesenteric or pelvic vein thrombosis, or the pain could be due to liver or gallbladder issue
C: chest pain- sharp, crushing or heavy pain can indicate a heart attack, SOB can indicate a PE
H: headaches- sudden and severe with vomiting or weakness/numbness on one side of the body can indicate a stroke
E: eye problem- blurry vision, flshing lights or partial/complete vision loss can indicate a blood clot in the eye
S: swelling or sudden leg pain- can indicate a DVT
BBW of hormonal contraceptives
BBW:
–> all estrogen-containing products (pils, patch, ring): do NOT use in women > 35 yrs old who smoke due to risk of serious cardio events
–> estrogen + progestin transdermal patch: do not use in women with a BMI > 30 kg/m2 (due to increased risk of thromboembolism) or dec effect (twirla)
–> Depo-Provera: loss of bone mineral density with long terms use
DO not use estrogen with these conditions:
-hx of DVT/PE, stroke, CAD
-hx of breast, ovarian or liver cancer
-severe headache or migraines with aura
drug interactions that DECREASE hormonal contraception efficacy
-abx (rifampin–> use back up method for 6 weeks after use, rifabutrin, rifapentine) strong inducers
-anticonvulsants (carbamazepine, oxacarbazepine, phenytoin, primidone, topiramate, lamotrigine)
-st johns wort
-smoking tobacco
-ritonavir
drug interactions with hormonal contraceptives: risks with hepatitis C tx
-Mavyret cannot be used with any formulation containing ethinyl estradiol due to the risk of liver toxicity
-with all new hep C drugs being dispensed to a pt using contraceptives
Drospirenone drug interactions
risk of increased potassium
Late or missed pills instructions
-start as soon as remembered
-if more than 1 COC pill is missed, back up contraception is required
-if missed pills are in the 3rd week- omit the hormone free week and start the next package of pills right away- back up contraception should be used for 7 days
Emergency contraceptives (3)
1) copper IUD: most effective, use within 5 days, lasts for up to 10 yrs
2) Ullipristal (Ella): more affective than plan B, (less effective > 195 lbs or BMI > 30), uses ASAP or 5 days
3) Levonorgestrel (plan B): less effective if > 165 lbs or BMI > 25, use ASAP/within 3 days, available OTC
infertility drugs act like endogenous hormones to trigger ovulation
-inc LH/FSH = ovulation (release of eggs)
-clomiphene acts as estrogen to inc LH/FSH = causes ovulation
-Aromatase inhibitors suppress estrogen to inc FSH = causes ovulation
-Gonadotopin drugs act as LH, FSH or hcg = causes ovualtion
-can trigger the release of multiple eggs and inc risk of multiple births
what vaccines are recommended for prego pts
-inactivated influenza
-single dose of Tdap
Teratogens in pregnancy: acne meds
-isotretinoin
-topical retinoids
Teratogens in pregnancy: antibiotics
-qionolones
-tetracyclines
Teratogens in pregnancy: anticoagulants
warfarin
Teratogens in pregnancy: Dyslipidemia, HF and HTN
-statins
-ACE
-ARBS
-aliskiren
-entresto
Teratogens in pregnancy: hormones
-estradiol
-progesterone
-raloxofene
-Duavee
-testosterone
-contraceptives
Teratogens in pregnancy: Migraine
-dihydroegotamine
-ergotamine
Teratogens in pregnancy: others
-hydroxyurea
-lithium
-methotrexate
-misoprostol
-NSAIDs
-Paroxetine
-Ribavirin
-Thalidomide
-Topiramate
-weight loss drugs
-valproic acid/divalproex
what is preeclampsia?
-complication of pregnancy that presents with elevated BP & evidence of organ damage (kidney/liver)
-if not treated, can lead to eclampsia which can lead to eclampsia - can lead to seizure/death
-only cure is delivery of baby
how do you prevent preeclampsia?
adding low dose ASA at the end of the firs trimester for women at risk (risk factors = DM 1 or 2, renal disease, hx of preeclampsia, chronic HTN)
Management in Pregnancy: morning sickness/M/V
-lifestyle: smaller frequent meals, water, avoid spicy foods
-pyridoxine (vit B6) +/- doxylamine
-RX: doxylamine/pyridoxine (Bonjesta, Diclegis)
Management in Pregnancy: GERD/Heartburn
-eat smaller, more frequent meals, not eating 3 hrs prior to sleep
-tums (if not working, can add on PPI or H2)
Management in Pregnancy: flatulence
simethicone (gasX, Mylicon)
Management in Pregnancy: Constipation
-inc fluid intake, inc fiber and physical activity
-fiber (psyllium, calcium polycarbophil, methylcellulose)
-docusate and polyphethylene glycol are used to prevent and treat constipation
Management in Pregnancy: Cold, cough, allergies
-1st line: cromolyn
-2nd line: 1st gen antihistamines: chlopheriramine and diphenhydramine
-allergy: budesonide and beclomethasone are preferred
Management in Pregnancy: Pain
-1st line: acetaminophen
-AVOID NSAIDs
Management in Pregnancy: Asthma
-budesonide
-rescue (inhaled albuterol)
Management in Pregnancy: HTN
-labetalol
-methyldopa
-nifedipine
Management in Pregnancy: DM
insulin is preferred
-metformine and glyburide
Management in Pregnancy: infections
-penicillins, cephalosporins, erythromycin and azithromycin are safe
–> vag funcgal: topical antifungals x 7 days (avoid fluconazole)
–> UTI: cephalexin 500 mg x7, ampicillin 500 mg x 7,
-last line = nitrofurantoin, bactrim during 1st trimester, NOT BE USED during the last 2 days of pregnancy
Management in Pregnancy: conditions needing anticoagulation
VTE:
–> tx: LMWH
–> proh: pneumatic conpression +/- LMWH
-warfarin is teratogenic (can be switched back after 13th week if has mechanical valve)
Management in Pregnancy: hypothyroidism
-levothyroxine (will require 30-50% dose increase)
Management in Pregnancy: hyperthyroidism
-graves disease: propylthiouracil
-methimazole also used
what meds should be avoided while breastfeeding?
-amphetamines
-amiodarone
-ergotamines
-lithium
-metronidazole
-phenobarbital
-statins
Factors that have osteoporosis risk: patient characteristics
-advanced age
-ethnicity (caus and asians at higher risk)
-family hx
-sex (females)
-low body weight
Factors that have osteoporosis risk: Medical diseases/conditions
-DM
-eating disorders
-GI disease (IBD, celiac disease, gastric bypass, malabsorption syndrome)
-hyperthyroidism
-hypogonadism in men
-menopause
-rheumatoid arthritis, autoimmune disease
-others: epilepsy, HIV/AIDS, parkinson disease
Factors that have osteoporosis risk: Lifestyle factors
-smoking
-excessive alcohol intake (3 drinks/day)
-low calcium intake
-low vit D intake
-physical inactivity
Factors that have osteoporosis risk: Medication
-anticonvulsants (carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital)
-aromatase inhibitors
-depo-medroxyprogesterone
-GnRH
-lithium
-PPIs
-Steroids
-thyroid hormone (in excess)
-loops, SSRIs, TZDs
osteoblasts
the cells involved in bone formation
osteoblasts
cells involved in resorption; they break down tissue in the bone
What is a T-score?
-it compares the pts measured BMD to the average peak BMD of a healthy, young, white adult of the same sex
-a DEXA measures BMD so a T-score can be determined
-T scores are negative: a score at or above -1 correkated with stronger (denser) bones, which are less likely to fracture
how. to interprete T- scores
Normal: > -1
Osteopenia: -1 to -24
Osterporosis: < -2.5
who should have BMD measured?
-women > 65 y/o
-men > 70 y/o
-younger patients at high risk for fracture
calcium role in OA:
-rec to take 1,000-1,200 mg elemental ca (do not exceed 500-600 mg/dose)
–> calcium carbonate: (tums)
-40% elemental calcium
-absoprtion: acid dependent
-must take with meals
–> calcium citrate (citracal)
-21% elemental calcium
-absorption: not acid-dependent
-can take with or without food
Vitamin D role in OA:
-required for caclium absorption
-deficiency = serum vitmain D < 25 ng/mL
–> treat deficiency with cholecalciferol (vit D3) OR Ergocalciferol (vit D 2)
- cholecalciferol: 125-175 mcg daily
-ergocalciferol: 1,250 mcg weekly
criteria for initiating treatment in osteoporosis
-T-score < -2.5 in the spine, femoral neck, total hip or 1/3 radius, OR
-presence of a fragility fracture, regardless of BMD
criteria for initiating treatment in osteopenia (high risk)
-low bone density (T score between -1 and -2.5) AND
-FRAX score indicated a 10-yr probability of a major osteoporosis-related fracture > 20% or a 10-yr hip fracture prob > 3%
Treatment of OA: Bisphosphonates
-1st line
-Alendronate (Fosamax) (preven: 5 mg qd, tx: 10 mg qd)
CI: hypocalcemia, inability to stand/sit upright for at least 30 mins
SEs: esophagitis, hypocal, GI effects (rare ones: atypical femur fracture, osteonecrosis of the jaw
-separate from calcium, antacids, iron and mag by at least 2 hrs
TX duration: 3-5 yrs in pts with a low risk of fracture
Treatment of OA: Injectable Bisphosphonates
-Ibandronate (Bonvia) 3 mg IV q 3 months
-Zoledronic acid 5 mg IV once yearly
CI: hypocalcemia
-monitor for renal impairment
*preferred if esophagitis is present
Treatment of OA: Raloxifene
-an estrogen agonist/antagonist (SERM that dec bone resorption) horse estrogen
BBW: inc risk of VTE and death due to stroke
CI: VTE, pregnancy
-SEs: hot flashes, edema, arthralgia, leg cramps
Treatment of OA: Calcitonin
-inhibits bone resorption by osteoclasts
-nasal spray ( 1 qd) or SC/IM: 100 u qd
Warnings: hypocalcemia, inc risk of malignancy, hypersensitivity to salmon-derived products
Treatment of OA: RANKL inhibitor, Denosumab (Prolia)
-prevents osteoclast formation= leads to dec bone absorption and inc bone mass- used in pts with high risk of fracture
-60 mg sc q 6 months
-CI: hypocalcemia, pregnancy
warnings: atypical femur fracture, osteonecrosis of the jaw
-SEs: HTN, fatigue, edema, dysnpea, headache, N/V, dec PO4
Treatment of OA: Romosozumab
-indicated for postmenopausal females w/ hx of an osteoporotic fracture or multiple risk factors - inhibits sclerostin, a protein that blocks bone formation- tx limited to 12 months
-BBW: inc risk of stroke, MI and cardio death
-CI: hypocalcemia
Treatment of OA: Raloxifene (Evista)
-alt to bisphosphonates if high risk of vertebral fractures
-increased risk for VTE and stroke
-can be used if low VTE risk or high breast cancer risk
SEs; vasomotor symptoms
Treatment of OA: Bazedoxifene/Estrogens (Duavee)
-can be used in women with an intact uterus for prevention of osteoporosis
-alsi used as tc for vasomotor symptoms
SE: increased risk of cancer
Hormone therapy for meno, health risk and appropriate use: estrogen
-most effective tx for vasomotor symptoms
-women with a uterus: use in combo with a form of progesterone- unopposed estrogens increases the risk of endometrial cancer
-associated w/ sig risk of VTE, stroke, breast cancer
Hormone therapy for meno, health risk and appropriate use: Progestin
-progestins can be given as part of a combination pill or as seperate tab (medroxyprogesterone)
-can cause mood disturbances, which may be intolerable; if taken intermittently, spotting can occur
-micronized progestins are considered to be dafer than synthetic progestins
Criteria for use of hormone therapy in menopause
-healthy, symptomatic women who are within 10 yrs of menopause, < 60 y/o and have no CI to use
-extending tx beyond 60 yrs may be acceptable if the lowest dose is used.
-consider QOL priorities and personal risk factors - pts with risk factors should use nonhormonal therapy: SSRIs, SNRIs, gaba or pregablin
local hormone therapy products
-17-beta estradiol: estrace, estring, vagifem, premarin
Systemic hormone therapies
-estradiol (Alora, climera)
-MPA
-Prometrium
BBW: endometrial cancer, dementia, inc risk of VTE, stroke, breast cancer
-CI: breast cancer, uterine bleeding, active VTE, pregnancy
SSRI for menopause: Paxil, paroxetine
-used for moderate - severe vasomotor symptoms
Ospemifene (Osphena)
-oral estrogen antagonist/agonist indicated for dyspareunia (painful intercourse) and moderate vaginal dryness
-should be used short term
Testosterone use: androgel and depo-testosterone
BBW: secondary exposure in kids
warnings: inc risk of breast cancer, prostate cancer, cardio events, VTE
SEs: inc appretite, acne, edema, hepatotoxicity, reduced sperm count
What are the key drugs that can cause erectile dysfunction?
- alcohol
-antidepressants (SSRIs, SNRIs)
-antihypertensives (1st gen, cholrpromazine, prolactin-raising 2nd gen (risperidone, paliperidone))
-BPH meds (finesteride, dutaseride, silodosin)
-anticancer drugs (leuprolide, flutamide)
-anticholerlinergics
-H2RAs (climetidine, ranitidine)
-nicotine
-opioids
whar are the natural products that are used to treat ED?
-yohimbe
-L-arginine
-panax ginseng
PDE-5 inhibitors: Sildenafil (viagra)
-on demand dosing: 25-100 mg qd PRN (start at 50 mg, take 1 1/2 hr before sex)
-also used for pulmonary HTN
CI: do not use with nitrates or riociguat
Warnings: hearing loss, color discrimination, vision loss, hypotension, priapism
SEs: headache, fluching, dizziness,
-cna have decreased efficiacy if taken with a high fat or large meal
PDE-s Inhibitors: Tadalafil (Cialis)
-2.5-5 mg daily (on demand dosing: 5-20 mg daily PRN)
-lasts the longest “weekend pill”
CI: do not use with nitrates or riociguat
Warnings: hearing loss, color discrimination, vision loss, hypotension, priapism
SEs: headache, fluching, dizziness,
-crcl 30-50 : 5 mg prn, crcl < 30: 5 mg q 72 hrs
When do you reduce PDE-5 inhibitor doses?
> 65 y/o
using an alpha blocker
using a CYP3A4 inhibitor
severe renal or liver failure
*decrease dose by 50% (V: 25 mg, C: 5 mg)
PDE-5 inhibitor drug interactions
-absolute contraindication: using nitrates = extreme hypotension
-enhance the hypotensive effects of alpha 1 blockers
-alcohol can enhance hypotension
-moderate and strong CYP450 inhibitors (grapefruit juice, protease inhibitors, azole antifungals)
Aloprostadil (Prostagladin) for ED
- a vasodilator that allows blood to flow into the cavernosal arteries, which then enlarges the penis
-either injected into the penis of a pellet is inserted through the urethera
drugs for hypoactive sexual desire disorder: Fibanserin (Addyi)
-100 mg QHS (d/c if no benefits after 8 weeks)
-BBW: CI with alcohol, CYP3A4 inhibitors
Warnings: hypotension, suncope, CNS depression
SEs: dizziness, nausea, fatigue, insomnia, dry mouth
-avoid in pregnancy or if breast feeding
rugs for hypoactive sexual desire disorder: Bremelanotide (Vylessi) injection
-1.75 mg SC PRN, injected 45 min before sextual activity
CI: do not use with uncontrolled hypertension or known cardiovascular disease
Warnings: inc BP, dec HR after each dose
-avoid in pregnancy, effective contraception should ne used
what drugs can worsen BPH?
-centrally-acting anticholergics (bentropine)
-antihistamines
-decongestants
-phenothiazine
-TCAs
-caffeine
-diuretics
-SNRIs
-testosterone products
symptoms and complications of BPH
-hesitancy, interm. urine flow, straining or a weak stream of urine
-urinary urgency and leaking or dribbling
-incomplete emptying of the bladder
non-selective Alpha 1 blockers for BPH:
Doxazosin (Cardura), (XL version mau leave ghost pill in poop)
Terazosin
-should be given at bedtime to help minimize the initial “first dose” effect of orthostasis/dizziness
selective alpha blockers for BPH
-Tamsulosin (Flomax)
-Alfuzosin
-Silodosin (can cause retrograde ejaculation
Alpha 1 blockers class safety/SEs/Monitoring
Warnings: orthostatic hypotension/syncope, intraoperative floppy iris syndrome
SE: dizziness, fatigue, headache, abnormal ejaculation
-alpha blocker can be used for off label for bladder outley obstruction in women
alpha blocker drug interactions
-use caution when giving with PDE-5 inhibitors due to added hypotensive events
-silodosin cannot be used with strong P-gp inhibitors, such as cyclosporine
-alfuzosin can cause QT prolongation
5 alpha reductase inhibitors for BPH: finasteride (Proscar)
-F: 5 mg daily (Propecia used for alopecia)
CI: women of child-bearing potential pregnancy, children
Warnings: may increase risk of high grade prostate cancer
SEs: impotence, dec libido, ejaculation disturbances, breast enlargement and tenderness
–> prego women should not handle these meds
–> tx for 6 months may be required for mx efficacy
Phosphodiesterase-5 Inhibitors for BPH: Tadalafil (cialis)
-5 mg at the same time each day
CI: do not use with nitrates or riociguat
Warnings: hearing loss, vision loss, hypotension, priapism
SE: headache, flushing, dizziness, dyspepsia, back pain
what is urge incontinence?
a sudden and unstoppable urge to urinate. associated with neuropathy and often present in those with DM, strokes, dementia, parkinsons disease or multiple sclerosis
what is stress incontinence?
urine leaks out during any form of exertion as a result of pressure on the bladder
what is mixed incontinence?
combination of urge and stress incontinence
what is functional incontinence?
there is no abnormality in the bladder, but the pt may be cognitively, socially or physically impaired thus hindering access to a toilet